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The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA) represents over 2,700 Board-certified otolaryngologists and health care providers. Otolaryngology, frequently referred to as Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT), uniquely combines medical and surgical expertise to care for patients with a variety of conditions affecting the ears, nose, and throat, as well as commonly related conditions. AAOA members devote part of their practice to the diagnosis and treatment of allergic disease. The AAOA actively supports its membership through education, research, and advocacy in the care of allergic patients.

"Advance the comprehensive management of allergy and inflammatory disease in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery through training, education, and advocacy."

AAOA Member Benefits

  • Up to 60% discount for CME programs and free Annual Meeting. All AAOA’s CME programs meet ABOTOHNS Continuing Certification.
  • AAOA US ENT Affinity program, where AAOA members can gain savings on antigen, allergy supplies, and any of the other 5 service lines US ENT offers. For more email [email protected].
  • Tools and resources to comply with US General Chapter 797 and practice management tools.
  • Advocacy support.
  • And much more! Learn More

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT CORNER

As part of our on-going member support, we are introducing a new website feature to help with common practice management challenges. We welcome your input with questions or challenges you would like to address. Read More

ADVOCACY UPDATES

USP General Chapter <797> Compliant?  AAOA Has the Resources You Need

Impacting allergy immunotherapy vial preparation, USP General Chapter <797> Pharmaceutical Compounding — Sterile Preparations went…

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Video On USP General Chapter

On November 1, 2023, the new chapter of USP General Chapter <797> was implemented. AAOA has…

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USP General Chapter Resources

November 1, 2023 is the implementation date for the new chapter. AAOA has resources and…

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Upcoming Dates

12/01/24: Research Grant Cycle
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04/01/25: Fellow Exam Application Deadline
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06/01/25: Research Grant Cycle
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08/08/25: Scientific Abstract Submission Deadline
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EDUCATION

What Happened to the AAOA Advanced Course?

Thanks to your feedback, we have reimagined our Advanced Course in Allergy & Immunology to give you educational programming that encompasses your full scope of practice.  Join us for the new Explorers Course 2025: Surgical & Medical Management of Airway Disease in Otolaryngology. Learn More

Call For Proposals

We are pleased to invite you to participate in the 2025 AAOA Annual Meeting Call for Proposals. Do you have burning content ideas to be presented at the Annual Meeting? The AAOA is seeking proposals to incorporate in the educational sessions for the 2025 Annual Meeting. Learn More

RESIDENTS

For information about Resident membership, opportunities, DosedDaily, research grants, and other resources. Learn More

IFAR

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IFAR Impact Factor: 2.454

IFAR Featured Content: COVID-19 - Free Access
Endonasal instrumentation and aerosolization risk in the era of COVID‐19: simulation, literature review, and proposed mitigation strategies . Read More

Changes in Managing Practices

Working together with AAOA staff, volunteer leadership and members will enable us to have a positive impact on our members’ practices.

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Live and Online CME

2024 AAOA Annual Meeting - Hybrid
November 8-10, 2024
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
Learn More and Register 

Explorers Course 2025:
Surgical & Medical Management of Airway Disease in Otolaryngology — Hybrid
90-days Access Feb 27 – May 27, 2025 
March 27-29, 2025 - Live
The Hythe, Vail, CO
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2025 AAOA Basic Course in Allergy & Immunology - Hybrid
90-days Access June 10 – Sep 15, 2025
July 10-12, 2025 - Live
The Chateaux Deer Valley, Park City, UT
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2025 AAOA Annual Meeting - Hybrid, Independent
November 14-16, 2025
The Seabird Resort, Oceanside, CA
(access from San Diego or Santa Anna Airports)


USP 797 Online Module

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AAOA Educational Stacks
Available Now!

News and Updates

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PRACTICE RESOURCES

AAOA Practice Resource Tool Kit

The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA) Practice Resource Tool Kit is intended as a guide to help AAOA members integrate allergy into their otolaryngology practice and to continually improve on this integration as new information, regulations, and resources become available.

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PARTNER RESOURCE CENTER

AAOA has launched a Partner Resource Center to bring you partner resources that can assist your practice and patient care.

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PATIENT CORNER

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Basic Course in Allergy & Immunology 2018

Course Schedule

Thursday, July 5, 2018

12:00pm: Check-in Opens

2:00pm-5:00pm: Introduction to Allergy

  • 2:00pm: Introduction to the Basic Course – Elizabeth Mahoney Davis, MD
  • 2:10pm: Allergies and Head & Neck Disease – An Overview – Michael Platt, MD
  • 2:40pm: Immunology of Allergy – Cecelia Damask, DO
  • 3:00pm: Epidemiology and Genetics of Allergy – Christopher Brook, MD
  • 3:40pm: BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS
  • 4:00pm: Clinical Manifestations of Allergic Disease – John Fornadley, MD
  • 4:25pm: Unified Airway – J. Whit Mims, MD
  • 5:00pm: Q&A with the Professors

Friday, July 6, 2018

7:00am-7:30am: Breakfast with Exhibitors 

7:30am-1:20pm: Allergy Testing

  • 7:30am: Allergens I: Characteristics and Standardization – Christopher Brook, MD
  • 8:00am: Allergens II: Classes, Cross-reactivity and Selection – Farrah Siddiqui, MD
  • 8:40am: Mold Nomenclature – Sarah Wise, MD
  • 8:50am: Skin Testing Techniques I: Introduction, Prick and Single Intradermal – J. Whit Mims, MD
  • 9:20am: BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS
  • 9:40am: Skin Testing Techniques II: IDT, MQT – John Fornadley, MD
  • 10:20am: Specific IgE Testing – Farrah Siddiqui, MD
  • 10:40am: Socioeconomics of Testing – Jami Lucas
  • 10:55am: BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS
  • 11:05am: Practicum I – Preparation of Testing/Treatment Board & Skin Testing Techniques – Sarah Wise, MD

1:20pm-5:00pm: Treatment of Allergy

  • 1:20pm: Avoidance and Environmental Control – Christopher Brook, MD
  • 1:55pm: Immunology and Principles of Immunotherapy: SCIT & SLIT – Michael Platt, MD
  • 2:35pm: Pharmacotherapy Part I – Glen Porter, MD
  • 3:05pm: BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS
  • 3:25pm: Pharmacotherapy Part II – J. Whit Mims, MD
  • 3:55pm: Application of Subcutaneous Immunotherapy for Inhalant Allergy Part I: Vial Preparation – Elizabeth Mahoney Davis, MD
  • 4:40pm: Questions I Want Answered – Jacques Peltier, MD

5:25pm: Reception with Exhibitors

Saturday, July 7, 2018

7:00am-7:30am: Breakfast with Exhibitors 

7:30am-2:20pm: Treatment of Allergy (Continued)

  • 7:30am: Application of Subcutaneous Immunotherapy for Inhalant Allergy Part II: Escalation, Maintenance and Withdrawal – Elizabeth Davis Mahoney, MD
  • 8:15am: Sublingual Immunotherapy for Inhalant Allergy Part I: Background and Efficacy – Michael Platt, MD
  • 8:45am: Sublingual Immunotherapy for Inhalant Allergy Part II: Antigen Selection, Dosing and Vial Preparation – Sarah Wise, MD
  • 9:30am: BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS
  • 9:45am: Sublingual Immunotherapy for Inhalant Allergy Part III: Sublingual Tablets & Economics of SLIT – Christopher Brook, MD
  • 10:00am: Practical Troubleshooting Panel – Jacques Peltier, MD (moderator)
  • 10:45am: Audience Response Session: Allergy Treatment – Cecelia Damask, DO
  • 11:05am: Management of Allergy Emergencies – Farrah Siddiqui, MD
  • 11:45am: Immunotherapy Safety & Compliance – Glen Porter, MD
  • 12:00pm: LUNCH PICK-UP/BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS
  • 12:20am: Lunch & Faculty Panel: Adding Allergy to Practice – John Fornadley, MD (moderator)
  • 1:20pm: Practicum II: Dose Calculation & Treatment Vial Preparation – Elizabeth Davis Mahoney, MD, Jacques Peltier, MD

2:20pm-4:40pm: Introduction to Advanced Topics

  • 2:20pm: Asthma Diagnosis: The Very Basics – Cecelia Damask, DO
  • 2:50pm: BREAK WITH EXHIBITORS
  • 3:10pm: Food Allergy: An Introduction – Glen Porter, MD
  • 3:55pm: Socioeconomics of Allergy Treatment – Jami Lucas
  • 4:10pm: Questions You Asked – Sarah Wise, MD

4:50pm: Course Adjourns

Download the 2018 AAOA Basic Course Schedule pdf file here.

The online syllabus will be available by June 29. All registrants will be provided with access instructions by e-mail when the syllabus is released.

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Registration Price List

Fellow Member$1,110.00
Associate Member$1,225.00
International Member$1,225.00
NP/PA Member$1,225.00
Allied Health Member$1,225.00
Resident Member$600.00
Non-Member Physician$3,000.00
Non-Member Allied Health, NP/PA$3,000.00
Industry Representative$3,000.00
Non-member Resident$850.00

Cancellation Policy

Registration fees are non-transferable. Refunds (less a 20% administration fee) may be considered for cancellations received in writing by the AAOA prior to June 5, 2018.

Cancellations received after June 5, 2018 are non-refundable. 

If you have a disability or require assistance during the course, contact the AAOA at 202-955-5010 or [email protected].

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